Health And Safety Manager

Company: Employment Solutions Ltd
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Location: Whitehaven
Job Description:

Overview

An experienced Health & Safety Manager is required to lead and manage all safety, health and wellbeing activities on a major nuclear and civil infrastructure project in Whitehaven. The role focuses on ensuring full compliance with UK legislation, nuclear site requirements and project safety standards within a highly regulated environment.

Who This Role Would Suit

This role would suit an experienced Health & Safety professional who thrives in complex, safety-critical environments such as nuclear, infrastructure or major construction projects. It would particularly appeal to someone confident working with senior stakeholders, managing subcontractors and promoting a proactive safety culture while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and continuous improvement of the project Health & Safety Management System.
  • Provide expert safety advice to the Project Director and senior leadership team.
  • Conduct site inspections, audits and assurance activities to ensure full compliance.
  • Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions.
  • Review and monitor RAMS, construction safety documentation and high-risk activities on site.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in Senior Health & Safety positions.
  • Previous experience on Nuclear related projects.
  • NEBOSH certified
  • CMIOSH highly desirable
  • Lead Auditor certified desirable

Location & Details

Location: Whitehaven

Permanent: Full Time, 40 hrs

Salary: circa £71k (dependent on experience) + £5.7k Car Allowance

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday (plus 8 days bank holidays)
  • Up to 8% pension contribution
  • Private medical insurance

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Posted: March 16th, 2026